A TERRIFIED couple were held hostage during an armed raid on their Cheshire home on Sunday after two men carrying knives forced their way into the house in Macclesfield Road, Alderley Edge.

PC Dave Worthington of Wilmslow CID said: "This is a very serious offence which left the victims shocked. "We would appeal for anyone, particularly dog walk-ers as they use the National Trust land surrounding the property, to try and recall if they saw anyone matching the descriptions acting suspiciously in the area."

Both men were white. One was described as 5ft 8-10in, in his 20s or 30s, of thin build, with a gaunt look and pointed features.

The second man was 5ft 7ins - 5ft 9ins, in his early to mid 20s, of average to stocky build, with dark hair short to mid length with a fringe.

Anyone with any information should contact Wilmslow CID on 01244 610000 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.